2358. Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Health his views on the school dental services in Louth and Meath, including details regarding whether all recommended checks are being provided to primary school children; the number of children in the backlog; when he expects the backlog to be cleared; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32685/24]

As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly.